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exciting

adjective

ex·​cit·​ing ik-ˈsī-tiŋ How to pronounce exciting (audio)
: producing excitement
excitingly adverb

Examples of exciting in a Sentence

an exciting trip to Africa an exciting account of her adventures This isn't a very exciting book.
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Porto’s Samu Aghehowa, the 21-year-old striker, is viewed as an exciting prospect, though his likely asking price may prove prohibitive. Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 2 Dec. 2025 In April 2018, Justin told PEOPLE the exciting milestones his then-6-month-old had reached, including turning, sitting up, crawling and bonding with his older sister. Katie Mannion, PEOPLE, 1 Dec. 2025 This exciting tool encourages creativity and brings their drawings to life in 3D. Hildara Araya, Parents, 1 Dec. 2025 Some of the most exciting sales include this Vince Camuto Knit Midi Sweater Dress and Topshop Long-Sleeve Rib Mini Dress. Julia Fields, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for exciting

Word History

First Known Use

1647, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of exciting was in 1647

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“Exciting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exciting. Accessed 4 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

exciting

adjective
ex·​cit·​ing ik-ˈsīt-iŋ How to pronounce exciting (audio)
: causing excitement
exciting news
excitingly adverb

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